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Here's a glimpse of the Cover Design for the upcoming 2012 Picture Book.
Author Dana Evans, who's a Swimming Instructor, intends to release a series of books which relate to Swimming Lessons.
All of the illustrations for the book are done with Digital Oil Pastels. The medium blends so beautifully to create a smooth wave of colorful blues.
The Little Boy captures how proud he is of learning to Swim.
DAY 56- How many different Swim Strokes can you name?
While sketching illustrations for "The Pool is Cool Series" it brought back memories of Swim Lessons and Life Guard Training in Girl Scouts but it was eons ago. Honestly, I was only able to name two (Butterfly and Breast Stroke).
Were you able to guess all of these Swim Strokes?
Crawl
Butterfly
Breast Stroke
Sculling
Relating to Illustrating? Most ideas come from memories and occurrences.
"Hat Occasions" children story has a page where a little girl is feeding Farm Animals. How else will these animals behave? Like Children.
You'll find a Goat who feels he should no longer be feed by a bottle, Chicken who's a picky eater, One Egg who doesn't want to be the little girls meal, and finally the rabbit an innocent observer or is he just taking a mental note for ideas.
I hope you enjoy a good laugh.
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| First Snow for Iowa in 2011, Photo by Roy O Phillips |
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How does this relate to illustrating? First, let me explain the story behind why Ducks act like kids. Never had pet ducks, Quakers (white duck) and Daffy (mallard), before but got attached thanks to my son. Yesterday, Quakers was getting feed and played with and Daffy decided to grab he's neck with his beck. So, he got gently smacked and he turned and grabbed my hair. But, then Quakers came to my defense and grabbed his tail. Finally, it came down to me grabbing Daffy's beck and scolding him for biting. Like a kid, he ran around in circles quacking (complaining) and ran to his kennel (bedroom) to pout.
Now, to find out the answer to how this relates to illustrating follow me into Day 54.
Unfortunately, it's this time of the year where summer's officially over and colder weather arrives.
It's time to recall those happy memories. Here's one of my creative memories of summer on the beach. Not to panic! It really didn't happen but hope it made you laugh.
"Hat Occasions" Author Jillena Levine and Illustration Dawn Phillips
DAY 46 Illustration Sketch for Jillena Ilene Levine, "Hat Occasions".
It's time to put the FIRE OUT! Sketching this illustration today I learned what PASS means with a Fire Extinguisher. Pull, Aim, Squeeze, and Sweep.
I enjoy researching ideas and learning about items or subjects sketched.
Anxious to color this illustration, it will be bold, bright, and full of shadows.
"Hat Occasions" She's visiting the library wearing her "Thinking Hat". Who would of thought of a balloon hat to be a creative idea for a thinking hat. Your welcome to visit my website at www.rdchildrensbooks.com for several new updates to the art gallery, coloring pages, new releases, and services.
It's a Baby Boy! This baby boy will be flying on the wings of an eagle in the story.
Who can't help but fall in love with those big curious eyes and the notorious playing of the feet.
Meet my animal friends!
What's scary but yet funny?
The Sea Monster in the "Adventures of Daniel and Christen" which will become available as an e-book with Lulu Publishing next week.
As an Illustrator, you want to be sure to convey the activity or message of the story within each page. It's important to view both sides of the story, from the authors and illustrators point of view. But, what's important is how they piece together perfectly.
For example, here's the text a...nd illustration for Page 2 of "The Adventures of Daniel and Christen" by Author Delaine Taylor.
The boys quickly hid behind a large bush. Pirates came out of a cave yelling at each other about the directions of treasure. Each pirate had his own idea as to which way the group should travel for their search.
Did you notice the additional characters and items not mentioned in the paragraph? Of course, it's a sneak peek as to what's to come without coming out and saying it. As an illustrator, it's fun to add these personal touches and vision to the flow of the story. Also, with no direct specifications to how many pirates, gender, and clothing designs it provides more room for the illustrators imagination to take shape with the story.
If you're wondering what's new with illustrator Dawn Phillips. I've just finished Children's Book, "Adventures with Daniel and Christen", by Author Delaine Taylor. Watch for a release date later this year.
You'll find this one of a kind pirates adventure complete with a unique and colorful style.
Each illustration consists of watercolor, colored pencils and outlined in ink. Author Delaine Taylor even dabbled in the water color portion of the illustrations, and appreciate her contribution.
You can view more illustrations and coloring page all week long.
Dawn Phillips, www.rdchildrensbooks.com
There's nothing like a sweet game of basketball amongst the sweet smell of flowers.
What do you think of when you hear the word "Balance"?
If you said it compares the right and left side of the composition to it's visual weight then you're correct.
What do you think it means as an illustrator?
It's components such as position, color, how they contribute to the balance.
Here's the two options of balance "Symmetrical" or "Asymmetrical".
This illustration allows you to divide the image in half and each side is equal composition and pulls the eyes to the center means it's "Symmetrical".
What's missing in this illustration? I'm going to let it be a surprise in the final illustration. Quack! Quack!
Here's another lesson in story-boarding. What is the beginning? It's where the author and illustrator sets up the character, location, and the conflict.
Dynamic stories grabs the audiences attention with a hook.
Can you guess what the hook is in this illustration? Does it leave you asking questions?
Remember visuals are important to hook the audience. Where they want to know what happens next in the story.
Rain, rain go away! Although, our new pet duck "Quakers" doesn't mind the rain. Which gave me an idea for a new illustration. Ironically, the duck is catching rain drops on his tongue and wearing a ducky float. I think he'll make a great addition to the background of my current book project.
Today, I continue to work on facial expressions for Roggie.
Can you guess why Roggie's face is green? Here's a hint...it's his reaction to what his pet froggie eats.
It's Monday, and I've finished the sketch provided to you on Day 9. The story-board illustration is from a page of "Roggie's Pet Froggie".
The illustration was completed utilizing a digital art program. Also, the medium selected was oil pastels along with various lighting effects.
Why are the characters outlined in black? Why are the colors darker in the front portion of the illustration?
Here's a couple of great questions. The reason why Dawn outlines the characters in black , she feels it's important to draw attention to the actions of the story-line.
The reason why the colors are darker towards the front, it's to keep the action bold, create the illusion of depth, and demonstrates vibrant color contrasts.
You can expect further humorous illustrations with this whimsical story.
Roggie's Pet Froggie Book Project
Yes, it's story-board time! Also, known as dummy or mock up sketches for the client or publisher to approve.
Do you notice how this sketch keeps all the action in the front?
Do you notice the movement from the actions of the characters?
Does your eyes travel left to right, and form a peak?
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By: Dawn Phillips,
on 12/13/2011
Awesome, love your work.
Terri
http://terri-forehand.blogspot.com